Big Plans for Cantrall-Buckley Park – by Tom Carstens

Three months ago I promised to give you an update on the project to rejuvenate the 40-year-old playground at Cantrall-Buckley Park, the Applegate Valley’s premier community-run park. The non-profit Greater Applegate Community Development Corporation (GACDC) is managing the effort. So far, the $57,000 project has attracted well over $20,000 in donations. All donors will be […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:04-07:00April 30th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on Big Plans for Cantrall-Buckley Park – by Tom Carstens

Diaper Dash – One of Many Good Things Happening at Ruch School

Never underestimate the power of creative kid-thinking. This year, 11 students in grades 5-8 at Ruch Community School outside Jacksonville participated in an Oregon Community Foundation “Community 101” group. The program provides students the opportunity for real-life learning through charitable giving and volunteering.

The students received $5,000, contributed by several community members known collectively as the […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:06-07:00April 25th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on Diaper Dash – One of Many Good Things Happening at Ruch School

Funeral Service for Fred Schatz is April 29, 2015

A funeral service for Jacksonville resident and former city councilor Fred Schatz is scheduled for 11:00am Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at the Jacksonville Cemetery. A gathering will follow at the Historic First Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville at 405 E California Street.

By |2015-12-01T15:37:10-08:00April 15th, 2015|Community, News Flow, Now, Obituaries|Comments Off on Funeral Service for Fred Schatz is April 29, 2015

Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Days Friday and Saturday, May 1st and 2nd

WHITE CITY, OREGON — Rogue Disposal & Recycling, “Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Days” is Friday and Saturday, May 1 and 2 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Rogue Transfer & Recycling Station, 8001 Table Rock Road, White City.

Jackson County residents can bring in their hazardous waste materials for a $5 charge, which includes […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:07-07:00April 14th, 2015|Community, Garden, Now|Comments Off on Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Days Friday and Saturday, May 1st and 2nd

Jacksonville Firewise Spring Activities

A recent quote from Brian Ballou, Fire Prevention Specialist with the Oregon Department of Forestry states:

“It is especially important during these dry years in southwest Oregon to help firefighters defend homes against wildfire. Neighbors who work together to remove potentially flammable brush, dry grass and other vegetation from around their homes, greatly increase the chance […]

By |2015-04-20T07:01:46-07:00April 10th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on Jacksonville Firewise Spring Activities

Cash Donations Needed for Annual Frank Carter Easter Egg Hunt

Organizers of the annual Frank Carter Easter Egg Hunt are in-need of cash donations to help offset increasing event expenses. This year, the fun and famous egg hunt will be held on Saturday, April 4 at the Bigham Knoll Campus field…the event will be attended by hundreds of local kids. The family-friendly festivities start at […]

By |2015-04-05T17:20:35-07:00March 20th, 2015|Community, Event News, Now|Comments Off on Cash Donations Needed for Annual Frank Carter Easter Egg Hunt

American Red Cross Blood Drive at Bigham Knoll Campus is April 23

Ashland Partners, located on the Bigham Knoll campus in Jacksonville is sponsoring an American Red Cross blood drive on Thursday, April 23 from 10 am to 3:30 pm in the Ballroom. Donors may schedule an appointment by contacting the American Red Cross at www.redcrossblood.org using sponsor code: Jville or by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

All […]

By |2015-03-19T07:46:56-07:00March 17th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on American Red Cross Blood Drive at Bigham Knoll Campus is April 23

Planning Party & Open House for Cantrall Buckley Park Enchanted Turtle Habitat Playscape

Friends, families, and those who live and play in the Applegate Valley are invited to an Open House hosted by volunteers from the Jacksonville/Applegate Valley Cohort of the Ford Institute Leadership Program to learn about the exciting plans for an Enchanted Turtle Habitat playscape at beautiful Cantrall Buckley Park.

We have been planning and designing for […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:14-07:00March 2nd, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on Planning Party & Open House for Cantrall Buckley Park Enchanted Turtle Habitat Playscape

Volunteer for a “De-vine Intervention” Work Party at Jacksonville Woodlands

Come help with a “de-vine intervention” in the Jacksonville Woodlands on Saturday March 21, 9:30am-12pm– where we will remove invasive English ivy from the forest.  We will save trees from death-by-ivy and protect woodland flowers and shrubs.  Meet at the parking lot on Jackson Creek just outside of Jacksonville; snacks and gloves will be supplied.  […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:16-07:00February 24th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on Volunteer for a “De-vine Intervention” Work Party at Jacksonville Woodlands

CSA Farms Celebrate National CSA Sign-Up Day February 28

Farms from around the country are celebrating National CSA Sign-Up Day on February 28. The day encourages food consumers to buy a share of their local farm’s harvest for the 2015 season, a buying model known as Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA. In the Rogue Valley, seven farms are offering CSA programs this year. For […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:17-07:00February 24th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on CSA Farms Celebrate National CSA Sign-Up Day February 28

South State Cellars Rising Stars Music Competition to Benefit LIFEArt

In late February, Jacksonville again takes center stage of the Southern Oregon music scene when the South Stage Cellars Rising Stars music competition returns to town—at Redmen’s Hall. The five Saturdays of fun starts-off with four semi-final rounds on February 28, March 7, March 14 and March 21. The final round will be held on […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:17-07:00February 22nd, 2015|Community, Event News, Now, Performing Arts, The Wine Scene|Comments Off on South State Cellars Rising Stars Music Competition to Benefit LIFEArt

Cantrall-Buckley Park Kicks-off Fun-Drive

Applegate Valley’s premier community-run park is getting a make-over! The Greater Applegate Community Development Corporation (GACDC) is beginning a drive to raise funds to rehabilitate the park’s well-used 40-year-old playground. Over $50,000 will be needed. Parents, kids, private foundations, Jackson County Parks, businesses, non-profits, artists, and residents from the local area are all getting-in on […]

By |2015-02-09T16:53:36-08:00February 9th, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on Cantrall-Buckley Park Kicks-off Fun-Drive

The Biggest Fundraiser For Special Olympics Oregon

Pledge Your Allegiance In The Beavs vs. Ducks Challenge

MEDFORD, OR – At 11 AM February 21 more than 400 people will take turns plunging into the chilly outdoor pool at Medford’s Jackson Aquatic Center. It’s the state-wide annual Oregon Law Enforcement Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Oregon (SOOR) presented by Fred Meyer. Participants will raise […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:21-07:00January 22nd, 2015|Community, Now|Comments Off on The Biggest Fundraiser For Special Olympics Oregon

Children’s Books Make a Difference

One book at a time, one child at a time, books make a difference. Every time a child is given a book, from birth to age 19, a door is opened. Give a baby a board book and she discovers the concept of a book: an object with pages to turn, pictures to look at, […]

By |2014-12-28T16:20:03-08:00December 21st, 2014|Community, Now|Comments Off on Children’s Books Make a Difference

2014 Volunteers of the Year!

We are most fortunate to live in Jacksonville—a community where volunteerism is a way of life. This year, the Review is honored to name two outstanding citizens as 2014 Volunteers of the Year—Jeanena Whitewilson and Carolyn Kingsnorth. On any given day, Jacksonville residents and visitors benefit by their volunteerism and contributions to the community. Please […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:24-07:00December 18th, 2014|Community, Now|Comments Off on 2014 Volunteers of the Year!

Santa’s Mailbox – Send a Letter – Help a Kid!

Every day through Christmas, kids of all ages are encouraged to mail a letter to Santa and help another kid in the process. Santa’s Mailbox will be on the porch outside Eleglance Home Décor at 110 N. 5th Street during normal business hours.

Eleglance owner Carmen Whitlock will transport the letters to the Post Office and […]

By |2014-12-26T12:38:23-08:00December 4th, 2014|Community, Now|Comments Off on Santa’s Mailbox – Send a Letter – Help a Kid!

Roots of a Great Cause

When I met Daniel and Matthew Root early on a November Saturday morning to interview them for this piece, I was immediately impressed with their demeanor and attitude…these guys didn’t possess the usual “teenage” vibe I run across all the time. Instead, I found myself face-to-face with two young men who looked me in the […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:28-07:00November 24th, 2014|Community, History News & Events|3 Comments

Brodie Dental Sponsoring Angel Tree Gift Program

Last year, more than 40 businesses in Jackson County participated in the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Toy Drive Program that brightened the lives of more than 800 families here in the Rogue Valley.

Thanks to your generousity, children in our commuintiy who might have gone without holiday gifts received them! This year, please join the Brodie […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:29-07:00November 24th, 2014|Community, News Flow, Now|Comments Off on Brodie Dental Sponsoring Angel Tree Gift Program
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